Break In Time

Castle Peak - 14,265ft
One week after Mt Bierstadt, on July 3rd, My dad, son, Aunt Jan and Uncle Lloyd and I traveled to Castle Peak which is near Aspen. This area is truly filled with breathtaking views in all directions. We left My Aunt and Uncle's at around 5 in the morning. Anything before 8 a.m. is blurry to me so the time could have been a little later. I had just purchased (thanks Brooke) a new set of climbing/hiking boots and was eager to "break" them in. Well this climb certainly provided a variety of conditions to test them and me, on. From snow fields several hundreds of feet long to scree (very loose gravely rock) crossings and larger rock climbing, all provide unique challenges. I would say my boots and I passed the test.

This was a special climb because of the presence of family members who help make experiences even more memorable and enjoyable. Thank you Uncle Lloyd for making it to the top with me.